R2r backpacking off corridor camping
Hi everyone! My daughter and I are trying to plan a last minute r2r backpacking trip. We're not in incredible shape, and we want to take our time enjoying the scenery over a few days. We are confident in our health and abilities.
So I am trying to find out more about camping areas. We will be applying for last minute permits when we get there. I know there is cottonwood, havasupai, bright angel campgrounds, but where else can you camp? I have read that you may have to be flexible, and go off corridor for the last minute permits, but where are the permits for? Where is off corridor camping? Is it designated spots, other campgrounds, or just primitive? I just want to have some ideas on the extra hiking and time we may have to consider.
Edit: we plan to go at the beginning of October, but waiting on my daughter to get her schedule. We also have lived in the Appalachians for 30+ years and have a lot of camping and hiking experience, but this is my 2nd backpack and her 1st.